Back To School
Parent Information Night
Thursday, September 7th, 2023
TK-3rd Grades 6:00-6:20
4th - 6th Grades 6:30-6:50
Held in your child’s classroom
This is a general information meeting. If you have specific questions about your child, please schedule a meeting with your child’s teacher.
18 days ago, Danielle Carmesin
The main parking lot at Ferndale Elementary school has been modified. We have a modular building in our parking lot and until further notice you can not pick up in the parking lot.
We understand the inconvenience. We recommend parking on the Shaw avenue. We are working with our engineers to redesign our parking lot, but I do not have a date yet.
Please plan on parking on the street to ensure student safety.
25 days ago, Danielle Carmesin
Good Morning Ferndale Elementary School families, we are excited to have your children join us for the 23-24 school year.
Today is early release at 1:00 p.m. for the entire school. All pickup and drop off must happen through the front of the school on Shaw Ave.
We understand and appreciate your patience and flexibility during school pick up times. We acknowledge that on early release days our school traffic is cumbersome.
Looking forward to a wonderful school year.
Thank you,
FES staff
26 days ago, Danielle Carmesin
Ferndale Unified staff began the 2023-2024 school year with back to school professional development. Our educators engaged in data analysis facilitated by the Humboldt County Office of Education School Support team. We identified barriers to our students accessing their education and what we as educators can put into place to reduce barriers.
Thank you to all of our staff at Ferndale Unified who choose to make this a terrific school year.
30 days ago, Danielle Carmesin
about 1 month ago, Ferndale Elementary School
Ferndale Unified School DELAC
District English Learners Advisory Committee
Where: Mrs. Silacci’s Classroom @ Ferndale Elementary
When: Tuesday, May 30th @ 5:30pm
We will discuss:
End of year events for the elementary and high school
LCAP Presentation by our Superintendant
Familiy input for future programs and services
4 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Ferndale High School performs exceptionally well compared to our local county and state. Well done, Wildcats!
4 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Bike Rodeo 2023
5 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
FHS Plant Sale
When: Thursday, May 11th
Where: Ferndale High School Ag Department
Time: 9:30 a.m. -6:00 p.m.
5 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Congratulations, Megan Collenberg! Mrs. Collenberg is a recipient of this year's Humboldt County Excellence in Teaching Awards. We are proud of you Mrs. Collenberg!
5 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
You're Invited:
Thursday, April 27th:
Ag Science Presentation 4:30-5:30 in the Science Room
Open House 5:30-6:30
3rd Grade Play 6:45-7:30
5 months ago, Danielle Carmesin

On April 13, a 12-member Hiring Panel, comprised of teachers from Ferndale High School, Ferndale Elementary School, parents, and all five FUSD Board of Trustees members, met to discuss and interview applicants for the position of District Superintendent.
The Hiring Panel officially asked the Board of Trustees to approve Mrs. Danielle Carmesin, the current Principal at Ferndale Elementary School, as the new Superintendent of Schools.
In their Closed Session meeting on Wednesday, April 19, the Trustees voted unanimously to approve Mrs. Carmesin as the FUSD Superintendent. She will blend this new duty with her current role as Elementary Principal and remain at FES.
The Ferndale High School Principal opening has been advertised on several educational platforms and will close on April 28. The same Hiring Panel will interview the qualified applicants on a date soon after May 1, 2023.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I’d like to thank you for your continued patience and support. Ferndale Unified School District is a better place because of your commitment to greatness, as parents and guardians and from our entire staff.
If you have questions or comments, please feel free to contact Mrs. Carmesin or any of your School Board members.
With Eagerness and Continued Commitment to Excellence,
Danella Barnes-Penman
FUSD Board of Trustees, President
5 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Please check out our News Section on our website; we've posted our April Board Report and Newsletter.
5 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Don't miss the 3rd Grade Play
5 months ago, Ferndale Elementary School
Mrs. Roseberry's class went to Red Front for a hands-on lesson on how to handle money.
6 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Let's give Dalia Cantu-Mendez a big applause for being nominated to serve as Principal of the Day. Dalia is responsible for the lunch menu, handing out eggs to students who are dressed for crazy hair day.
Dalia, we are so proud of you!!
6 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Please consider supporting Ferndale High School Safe and Sober online bake sale. Items have been posted and will be available for pick up on Saturday, April 8th. To view the items, click on the event below and the discussions tab. Thank you for being so supportive.
https://www.facebook.com/events/586594676525809
6 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Slow Down in School Zones!
• We all know driving 15mph (or less) in school zones when children are
present is important.
However, children may be present at school at any time of day, even if you can’t see them from your car. Anticipate unforeseen hazards and slow down to 15mph or less whenever you are in a school zone.
This includes weekends!
6 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Good Afternoon,
This Friday, April 7th, FES and FHS have early dismissal at 1:00 p.m.
At FES, we are having a dress-up day on Friday, "Crazy Hair Day" Ms. Dailia Cantu-Mendez will be our Principal for the Day, and she will be giving out prizes during recess for students who are participating in the dress-up day.
We look forward to many students celebrating as we begin our Spring Break April 10th-14th.
6 months ago, Danielle Carmesin
Join us for ELAC
When: Tuesday, April 4th @ 5 pm
Where: Mrs. Silacci’s Classroom
Dear Parents,
ELAC will have its second meeting Tuesday, April 4th, at 5:00 pm. Some things that will be covered during this meeting are ways to be involved in your child’s education, important events happening at our school, new classes and programs for next year, and any ideas or concerns brought up by our families. Your voice matters, and it is important to have our families attend this meeting. We hope to see you there.
Ms. Soderman
English Language Development Teacher
6 months ago, Danielle Carmesin